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LaMelo Ball discusses diaper duties while impressing in Timberwolves debut

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 1:30 PM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

LaMelo Ball discusses diaper duties while impressing in Timberwolves debut

Summary

LaMelo Ball had an impactful debut with the Minnesota Timberwolves, contributing 21 points, six assists, and two rebounds in the team's 131-106 victory over the Miami Heat on October 21, 2026. He discussed his parenting responsibilities, humorously noting that changing diapers is primarily his partner's role. Ball highlighted the open communication with Analicia Chaves regarding their parenting 'game plan.' Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves scoring with 45 points. Next, Minnesota will face the Orlando Magic in their upcoming game.

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•LaMelo Ball scored 21 points in his Timberwolves debut.
•Anthony Edwards led the team with 45 points against Miami.
•Minnesota opened the season with a 131-106 win.
•LaMelo Ball's son LaOne was born in January 2026.
•Timberwolves will play the Orlando Magic next.

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1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball hilariously shares ‘game plan’ on changing diapers as a dad

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LaMelo Ball has undoubtedly hit the ground running for his new team, the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 25-year-old has formed one of the most potentially entertaining duos in the NBA alongside Anthony Edwards , and will be looking to return to All-Star consideration this campaign. However, there are some jobs Ball himself is not quite cut out to do, […] The post Timberwolves’ LaMelo Ball hilariously shares ‘game plan’ on changing diapers as a dad appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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